Blog - ExecHPM

03 Mar Faculty Spotlight: Bridging Innovation and Mentorship with Christopher Lee, MPH

Posted at 12:41h in News

As the healthcare landscape shifts from traditional models to a tech-driven ecosystem, this quarter we're highlighting Christopher K. Lee, MPH, lecturer in our Master of Health Administration (MHA) program, who lives at that intersection. Chris teaches "Healthcare Innovations and eHealth (HLTADM 407)" in the spring...

02 Mar Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Matt Beymer Debunks the Noise with “Modern Medical Myths” on Substack

Posted at 14:54h in News

Dr. Matt Beymer, an Adjunct Associate Professor in UCLA's Executive Programs in the Department of Health Policy and Management, has launched a new monthly Substack titled "Modern Medical Myths." It serves as a vital resource in an era of "conspiracy fatigue," where roughly 73 percent...

A wide group photo in a tiered classroom captures UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk surrounded by approximately 20 Executive MPH students. Dr. Frenk, a man with silver hair wearing a dark suit and blue tie, is positioned in the center. The students, representing a diverse range of backgrounds, are standing and kneeling around him, many in business casual clothing. The background features a large white projection screen and classroom equipment, while the foreground shows wooden desks with notebooks and water bottles, reflecting the active learning environment of the session.

12 Jan “Society Will Be My Patient”: UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk Shares Global Health Journey with Executive MPH Students

Posted at 16:13h in News

On Friday, January 9, 2026, UCLA Executive MPH students led a one-hour conversation with UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk, exploring themes of UCLA pride, leadership, and the future of public health. Dr. Frenk became the seventh chancellor of UCLA on January 1, 2025, and holds an...

08 Jan Highlighting the Impactful Research of EMPH Program Director Dr. Isomi Miake-Lye

Posted at 11:51h in News

The UCLA Executive Programs in Health Policy and Management is proud to celebrate the recent academic contributions of Dr. Isomi Miake-Lye, Director of the Executive MPH (EMPH) program. Dr. Miake-Lye’s work bridges the gap between research principles and practical application within complex health systems. Her...

Mahenaz Mahida, Winter 2026 recipient of the $10,000 MHA New Student Scholarship from the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health. The graphic features a professional portrait of Mahenaz smiling in front of a city skyline, with text describing her as a future healthcare leader dedicated to making patient care more accessible and affordable.

07 Jan UCLA Fielding ExecHPM Welcomes Winter 2026 MHA Scholarship Recipient Mahenaz Mahida

Posted at 11:03h in News

As the Winter 2026 quarter kicked off on January 5th, the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health is proud to announce Mahenaz Mahida as the recipient of the $10,000 UCLA MHA New Student Scholarship. Mahenaz joins the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program with a diverse...

headshots of some of the UCLA Executive MPH students from the Classes of 2026 and 2027

05 Jan Meet the Leaders: Introducing the Executive MPH Classes of 2026 & 2027

Posted at 15:46h in News

The healthcare landscape is undergoing a period of unprecedented transformation. To navigate these complexities, the industry requires leaders who can bridge the gap between clinical excellence, legal frameworks, and strategic business operations. At the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, our Executive Master of Public...